As someone who does it all in the sports world, from being a play-by-play broadcaster to a studio host, podcaster, and even a writer, Ariya Massoudi is remarkably well-rounded. However, it was not ...

The Judd Jog is an annual 5k presented by Polk Sheriff’s Charities, Inc. with all proceeds benefiting the United Way and held at the Polk County Sheriff’s Office main office in Winter Haven. There ...

Polk County is extending the countywide burn ban suspension until 11:59 p.m. on April 24, 2026. The burn ban was suspended on April 9, 2026. “After continuously monitoring the KBDI and speaking with ...

The City Commission held a special meeting today (April 15) to appoint an interim City Manager, effective immediately. Current City Manager Jim Elensky announced his retirement on April 2, making the ...

Join us at the Bicycle Rodeo for activities, bicycle inspections, minor bike repairs, skills stations and prizes. Participants will receive a completion certificate. Kids must bring their own bike and ...

Families looking for a relaxed way to enjoy the outdoors have a great local option at Bradley Junction Mini Park. Located just south of Mulberry, this neighborhood park provides a mix of recreational ...

Florida Poly drafts first athletic director as program takes off LAKELAND, Fla. – As Florida Polytechnic University prepares to debut its inaugural collegiate athletics program this fall, featuring ...

The power of community, compassion, and preparedness came together in Brandon as ECHO received support through an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) initiative aimed at saving lives and raising ...

Roughly 1 in 8 American adults take GLP-1 medications for diabetes or weight loss and the number continues growing, according to a recent KFF Health poll. People considering these drugs understandably ...

LAKELAND, FL — While most 11-year-olds are still discovering their hobbies, Ava Silva has already found her calling inside the competitive world of dog showing. The Lakeland native is quickly emerging ...

PCSO Traffic Homicide Investigations Unit is investigating a single vehicle dirt bike crash that resulted in the death of the 58-year-old adult male driver. The crash occurred at approximately 11:47 a ...